2019 TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME warning

5166-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47D13U_(U)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r. T h e
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking
your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rea r view mirror
defoggers are on.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

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Interior features
WARNING
■Precautions for the Remote Air Conditioning System
● Do not use the system if people are in the vehicle.
Even when the system is in use, the internal temperature may st ill reach a
high or low level due to features such as the automatic shut-of f. Children
and pets left inside the vehicle may suffer heatstroke dehydration or hypo-
thermia or could result in death or serious injury.
● Depending on the surrounding environment, signals from the wire less
switch may transmit further than expected. Pay appropriate attention to
the vehicle’s surroundings and use the switch only when necessa ry.
● Do not operate “A/C” if the hood is open. The air conditioning may operate
unintentionally and objects may be drawn into the electrical cooling fan.
NOTICE
■ To prevent the hybrid battery (tr action battery) from being discharged
through incorrect operation
Use “A/C” only when necessary.

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of t he
steering wheel and front seats, respectively.
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the hea ter is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physical ly chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sle eping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or ove rheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the sea t and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.

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6-3. Using the storage features
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List of storage features
Auxiliary boxes ( P. 531)
Glove box ( P. 5 2 8 )
Bottle holders/door pockets
(  P. 530) Cup holders (
P. 529)
Console box ( P. 528)
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spa ces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into c ontact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may r elease
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, k eep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items sto red inside.
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Cup holders
FrontRear
Front cup holders:
When placing a mug, push the partition
down.
When placing cans, bottles, etc., push the
partition once more to return it to its origi-
nal position.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the c up holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks t o prevent
burns.

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Auxiliary boxes
Ty p e AType B (if equipped)
Press in the lid.
The overhead console is useful for
temporarily storing small items.
Vehicles with the wireless char-
ger: P. 5 4 1
Ty p e C
Lift the lid while pulling up the
knob.
WARNING
Type A:
Do not store items heavier than 0.44 lb. (200 g).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items insi de may fall
out, resulting in an accident.

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6-3. Using the storage features
Luggage compartment features
■When installing the deck board
Auxiliary boxes
CenterRight side
Pull the strap upwards to lift up
the deck board.
The luggage cover, charging cable,
tool bag, etc. can be stowed.
Pull the strap upwards to lift up
the deck board.
Insert the claw in to the hole, and return
the deck board.
WARNING
If the deck board is removed, return it to its original positio ns before driving.
In the event of sudden braking, an accident may occur due to an occupant
being struck by the deck board or the items stored in the auxil iary box.

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When using the hooks, press the
bottom side to lift it up.
There also is a hook on the other
side.
The warning reflector can be
stowed.
(The warning reflector itself is not
included as an original equipment)
Depending on the size and shape of the warning reflector case, etc., you may
not be able to store it.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the deck board, do not apply too much load on the
deck board.
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
In order to prevent damage to the grocery bag hooks, do not pla ce large
objects or objects that weight more than 8.8 lb. (4 kg) onto th e hooks.
Warning reflector storage space
WARNING
When storing the warning reflector, etc., make sure that it is properly stored.
If the warning reflector is not properly stored, it may fly out during emer-
gency braking and lead to an accident.